Riots Erupt in Buenos Aires After Argentina Loses World Cup Final to Spain
Following Argentina's loss to Spain in the World Cup final held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, violent riots broke out on the streets of Buenos Aires around 11:45 PM. Thousands of fans who had gathered to watch the match became agitated after the defeat. The unrest was triggered when several fans climbed over protective barriers at the Obelisk, a 67.5-meter national landmark. Rioters threw glass bottles and debris at police, who responded with tear gas, water cannons, and rubber bullets. During the 20-minute conflict, at least seven police officers and multiple civilians were injured, including a man kicked in the face and a female victim whose condition is unknown. At least 15 people were arrested. Police cleared streets from Corrientes Avenue toward Belgrano Avenue, and footage showed officers with shields and batons, with debris littering the ground. One photo appears to show an officer kicking a man on the ground.
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